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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Portlaoise Station to Carlow

Composite routes from Portlaoise Station to Carlow

Cheapest
31 min
Car
37 km.
from $2

Transport providers

Train operators

Irish Rail

Phone:
+353 1 836 6222
Website:
irishrail.ie/en-ie/
Train from Portlaoise to Kildare
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$9.55
Train from Kildare to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
29 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$10.19

Bus operators

Bus Éireann

Phone:
+353 1 836 6111
Website:
buseireann.ie/
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.55–$14.01

PJ Martley

Website:
transportforireland.ie
Bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Twice daily
Bus from Market Square to Carlow
Ave. Duration:
51 min
Frequency:
Twice daily

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The cheapest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow is to drive which costs $7.07 - $10.87 and takes 31 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The fastest way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow is to drive which takes 31 min and costs $7.07 - $10.87 .

Is there a direct bus between Portlaoise Station and Carlow?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Portlaoise JFL Avenue and arriving at Carlow Coach Park. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 45 min.

Is there a direct train between Portlaoise Station and Carlow?

No, there is no direct train from Portlaoise Station to Carlow. However, there are services departing from Portlaoise and arriving at Carlow via Kildare. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 52m.

How far is it from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The distance between Portlaoise Station and Carlow is 40 km. The road distance is 38.5 km.

How do I travel from Portlaoise Station to Carlow without a car?

The best way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow without a car is to bus via Portlaoise JFL Avenue which takes 51 min and costs $8.15 - $11.96 .

How long does it take to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The bus from Portlaoise JFL Avenue to Carlow Coach Park takes 45 min including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus from?

Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus services, operated by PJ Martley, depart from Portlaoise JFL Avenue station.

Where do I catch the Portlaoise Station to Carlow train from?

Portlaoise Station to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, depart from Portlaoise station.

Train or bus from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

The best way to get from Portlaoise Station to Carlow is to bus via Portlaoise JFL Avenue which takes 51 min and costs $8.15 - $11.96 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10.87 - $17.39 and takes 1h 52m.

Where does the Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus arrive?

Portlaoise Station to Carlow bus services, operated by PJ Martley, arrive at Carlow Coach Park station.

Where does the Portlaoise Station to Carlow train arrive?

Portlaoise Station to Carlow train services, operated by Irish Rail, arrive at Kildare station.

Can I drive from Portlaoise Station to Carlow?

Yes, the driving distance between Portlaoise Station to Carlow is 38 km. It takes approximately 31 min to drive from Portlaoise Station to Carlow.

Where can I stay near Carlow?

There are 87+ hotels available in Carlow. Prices start at $47.15 per night.
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